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Doug Gatton

Doug Gatton is a Van Buren County native that has been carving wooden spoons for over 10 years. He is a regular at Midwest Wood Carving Festivals & Workshops as an attendee and instructor. His knowledge and experience with various woods and tools makes him an excellent instructor for those beginner students with tons of questions.

Instructor For:

Spoon Carving for Beginners

Villages Folk School
P.O. Box 532, 809 1st Street
Keosauqua, Iowa 52565

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Join others as they gather in the Villages of Van Buren to learn from the resident artisans in their personal studios. Spend a weekend plein air painting along the Des Moines River, or step back in time as you throw bowls in a Pottery Shop. The inspiring and relaxing atmosphere of scenic Van Buren County, Iowa is, and will continue to be, a haven for creative beings.